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Royal Tern banding
Meet Dana Sargent, Our New Community Building Director
June 23, 2025 — The newest member of our team will partner with chapters to advance bird-friendly policy and conservation projects.
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Why Federal Bird Science Deserves Our Strongest Support
June 11, 2025 — For decades, two programs from the U.S. Geological Survey have provided essential information about birds. They must continue to be fully funded.
Tiger Swallowtail Female on Green-headed Coneflower. Photo: Will Stuart/Flickr
Audubon Statement: NC Bill Includes Bird-friendly Native Plant Policies
June 11, 2025 — Senate Bill 391 includes native plant policies that build on years of grassroots advocacy.
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people hiking in the woods
Tidal Wave of Grassroots Support for Conservation Saves 600 Acres in Northeast Florida
May 21, 2025 — People spoke up for Florida's special places.
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Audubon members and staff with Senate Majority Leader Michael Lee. Photo: Liz Condo
Audubon Members Flock to the NC Legislature for Advocacy Day
May 12, 2025 — Members met with more than 50 lawmakers to speak up for birds and people.
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Four pelicans float along calm, blue water.
Proposed Changes to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Could Slow Economy, Reshape Environmental Review Process
March 20, 2025
Northern Bobwhite
NC Bill Would Give Protections to Family Farms
March 18, 2025 — Senate Bill 317 would help family landowners maintain control of their land and access conservation programs.
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Great Egret
Audubon Statement: NC Bill Would be Setback for Bipartisan Emissions Goals
March 11, 2025 — Senate Bill 261 eliminates key carbon reduction goal for North Carolina.
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State Proposes Access Pass for Game Lands
February 12, 2025 — Audubon encourages members, public to weigh.
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A photo of a old growth forest. The focal point is a large downed tree covered in moss.
Birds, Forests, and the Telephone Gap Decision: An Audubon Perspective
January 14, 2025
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